Visiting New Zealand had always been a dream of mine, and I was very excited when my friends and I planned to go on a 10-day road trip around the South Island in November/December last year. However, prior to our trip, I struggled to figure out what to bring. The New Zealandic weather can be very unpredictable (even during summer) and requires clothes for several occasions. And as my friends and I had decided only to bring a carry-on each to minimise time in the airport and to make sure there was enough room in the rental car, I was challenged. However, I’ve learned a thing or two about packing smart during the years, and I’m used to the unpredictable weather in Denmark. Thus, I ended up being satisfied with my packing list for New Zealand that mostly consisted of layers and clothes with several functions.